Burtown House is an early Georgian villa dating from 1710 that is still lived in by the original family. It is an original Quaker house now surrounded by 12 acres of flower, woodland and kitchen gardens with old grass meadows and a sculptor park.
With the award-winning farm-to-fork restaurant The Green Barn and an on-site artisan food shop and gallery, it offers guests an opportunity to experience history, gardens, art and the very best of seasonal Irish cuisine in one of Ireland’s most unique settings.
FACILITIES: Car park, toilets, restaurant, artisan food and retail shop and plant sales area. Burtown House features the award-winning Green Barn Restaurant, Jo’s Pantry and Gallery and Shop located just inside the front gates. Set in the parkland overlooking their organic kitchen garden it is the ideal spot for a quick stop off or for a more relaxed luncheon style affair. Booking is required.
HOW TO FIND US: From Dublin / Waterford take exit 3 on M9 motorway and follow signs for Athy. Take the second left turn and Burtown House is on the left, well signposted.
OPENING TIMES: All year, see website for up to date times. 9 a.m.– 5.30 p.m. Wednesday – Sunday and Bank Holidays. Also Friday and Saturday night dinner from 6.30 p.m. Snowdrop Month – February.
ADMISSION: Gardens – adults €8, children €4, under 8 free. House tours: see website for details – adults €10.